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Forward-Deployed Data Engineer
- Location: Birmingham, Alabama 35243
- Work model: On-site
- Posted 10 days ago
- Job ID: JPC - 211108
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Job Description
Forward-Deployed Data & AI Engineer - Databricks Focus
Location: Birmingham, AL, 35243 | Job Type: C2C
About the Role:
Step into a high-impact, hands-on position as a Forward-Deployed Data & AI Engineer, where you'll bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution. You'll partner closely with stakeholders to accelerate the delivery of AI, analytics, and Databricks-powered solutions, taking ownership of projects from ideation to deployment. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, directly shaping scalable, sustainable, and future-ready data solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate directly with business and technical stakeholders to advance Databricks-based initiatives and drive project success.
- Design, develop, test, and deploy robust data and AI/ML applications, ensuring production readiness.
- Enhance existing Databricks applications and AI-enabled tools, optimizing data pipelines for performance and reliability.
- Integrate MCP (Model Context Protocol) capabilities and support seamless data integration across enterprise sources.
- Translate high-level business requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions that align with long-term business objectives.
- Implement and uphold data management and governance best practices to enable future AI adoption.
- Prioritize and execute strategic initiatives in partnership with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely project delivery.
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve scalability, maintainability, and sustainability across the data ecosystem.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Strong hands-on experience with Databricks development and architecture.
- Proficiency in Python and SQL for data engineering tasks.
- Proven track record in building and deploying data, AI/ML, and generative AI applications.
- Skilled in application development, deployment, and enterprise data integration.
- Deep familiarity with Model Context Protocol (MCP) and enterprise data environments.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently while engaging collaboratively with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ownership in driving projects to completion within complex technical landscapes.
Preferred Skills:
- Advanced experience with AI/ML frameworks and large-scale data pipeline optimization.
- Exposure to enterprise data governance strategies and cloud-based data solutions.
- Experience in developing and scaling API integrations.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to lead and own critical, high-visibility projects in a forward-thinking environment.
- Collaborative, stakeholder-facing culture focused on innovation and continuous learning.
- Career growth through exposure to advanced AI/ML and data engineering technologies.
- Flexible work arrangements with no requirement for face-to-face interviews or on-site presence.
- Competitive compensation on a C2C basis.
How to Apply:
Ready to drive impactful AI and data solutions? Submit your resume now to join a team that values initiative, technical excellence, and your drive to get projects across the finish line.
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Job details
Job ID JPC - 211108
Location Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Work Model On-site
Job Type C2C
Posted October 9, 2026
Skills Forward Deployed Engineer - • Must be a forward deployed engineer - we need someone who can Someone who can take ownership of existing initiatives develop solutions and help get projects across the finish line• Needs to understand architecture Sustainability scalability and AI-enablement• MCP ((Model Context Protocol) related and Data Integration work is required • Very strong Databricks Experience
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